1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2008 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 452 kg more than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2008 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Sapporo | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
